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All pet parents want the best for their dogs. Top Dog Tips’ dog experts provide the best, most accurate and easily understandable, actionable tips on dog ownership, using all types of dog products, dog health advice, dog nutrition information and other pet information that’s essential for dog owners to know.

How to Take Good Photos of Dog Food and Treats

8 Dog Food Photography Tips to Take Great Pics for Your Pet’s Instagram

If you have your own pet blog or run your Fido's Instagram account, you might want to take pictures of your dog's food and treats. This is...
Where To Begin Your Career As A Pet Groomer

Where to Begin Your Career As a Pet Groomer

With 3 out of 5 Americans owning a pet (source), many dog owners consider a career related to canines, and specifically pet grooming. If...
Show Dog

How to Turn Your Dog Into a Show Dog

Showing dogs can be a great way to develop a bond between you are your pet, and get involved into a very active community...
Best Male Dog Names and How To Pick the Best Name for A Male Dog

Best Male Dog Names & How To Pick the Best Name for A Male...

You have brought a new little furry bundle into your family and everyone is enthralled with the new puppy. You’ve picked up all the...
Become the Best Pet Parent For Your Dog

14 Tips on How to Become the Best Pet Parent to Your Dog

Every member of your family undoubtedly has a special place in your heart and your dog is no exception. Some of the shining aspects...

Over Vaccinating Dogs: Prevention and Real Dangers of Puppy Vaccines

https://youtu.be/_3iW8X-wQnY A s pet owners, we all know how important vaccinating our dogs against certain diseases is.  We should all know the big three – rabies, distemper,...
How to Train a Dog Basic Commands Easily

How to Train a Dog Basic Commands

Training a dog takes time and patience. If you're wondering how to train a dog basic commands, this step-by-step guide will give you the tips you need.
How To Train A Dog To Walk On A Leash

8 Tips on How to Train a Dog to Walk on a Leash

Learning how to train a dog to walk on a leash may be a bit more challenging than you think, especially if your canine companion is stubborn.

How to Stop a Dog from Pulling on Leash

When you're learning how to stop a dog from pulling on the leash, you need to understand the reason for pulling first, then follow these 5 simple steps.
How To Housetrain An Adult Dog

How To Housetrain An Adult Dog 101: A Step-By-Step Video Guide

Adopting an adult dog definitely has its advantages. You won't have to go through the energetic puppy stage, and your new family member is...
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How to Crate Train a Dog

Some owners mistakenly think of crating as dog's jail, but experts disagree. Learning how to crate train a dog is a huge asset for most pet parents.
How To Stop Dog Nail Bleeding

How to Stop Your Dog’s Nail Bleeding

If you accidentally cut the quick of dog's nail, it will bleed. Don't panic! Here's step by step guide on how to stop dog nail bleeding quickly and easily.

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4 Tips & Tricks for Navigating Peak Flea and Tick Season

Here it comes... the dreaded peak flea and tick season. For us pet owners, while we love those sunny beach trips and walking in the...
Sasha in the car

Have Pet, Will Travel: Guide to Spring or Summer Trips with...

In Partnership with Merck Animal Health In my opinion, there's no better time to travel with your pet than in either spring or summer. The weather's...
Can I Afford A Dog

Can I Afford A Dog?

Owning a pet is expensive. It’s more than just planning for food and toys. If you’ve been asking yourself, can I afford a dog, here is everything you need to know. A big part of being a responsible pet owner is preparing for the endeavor financially. Creating a consistent budget can help you plan for routine expenses like food, treats and toys, as well as unexpected expenses like vet visits in the event of an emergency. Asking the question can I afford a dog is a very responsible thing to do. Many pet owners don’t plan a budget before adopting a dog, and that can get you into a lot of trouble.
how to get rid of a dog

How to Get Rid of a Dog: The Right Way

Are you faced with the challenging decision of how to let go of your furry companion? We understand that circumstances change. And even...
Why Are Dogs So Loyal?

Why Are Dogs So Loyal?

One of the best qualities of our canine companions is their unwavering loyalty. Why are dogs so loyal? There are amazing stories about the unmatched loyalty of dogs - dogs that have sat on their owner’s graves, waited patiently for months for their owners to return from war and even stories of dogs walking thousands of miles to reunite with their masters.
Why Do Pets Make Us Happy?

Why Do Pets Make Us Happy?

Nothing beats the feeling of seeing a happy dog or friendly cat come running over to you looking for a pat on the head or a scratch behind the ears. Why do pets make us happy? Pets do a lot more than just keep us company. The unconditional love that they provide us with is priceless and incomparable to any love that we get other humans.

Dog Names Starting With Z

Are you looking for dog names starting with Z? Well, you're in the right place! Getting a new pup would mean preparing for a new set...
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How Many Dogs Are Too Many?

We've all been there. Pet owners of one dog think, "Maybe I should get one more." Then, once you get the second dog, you'll...
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Can Dogs Get Sick From Humans?

If you have been caring for dogs for quite a while now, you must have known we can get sick from them. Rabies, giardia—name...
Dandie Dinmont Terrier Breed profile

Dandie Dinmont Terrier Breed Profile

Not a lot of people know about this breed, but the Dandie Dinmont Terrier is not something you should ignore when you chance upon...